Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Awa

Te Awa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Te Awa house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are very complete. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Te Awa are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using our Te Awa pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Te Awa

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Te Awa building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Te Awa. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Te Awa building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Te Awa

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Awa

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Te Awa Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

• Exterior Claddings & Joinery
• Detection of any Borer
• Retaining Walls & Decks
• Plumbing & Drainage
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof & Roof Cavity
• Hot Water Heater
• Paths & Driveway
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of any Moisture